discretion
Example Sentences
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In interviews, commissioners lauded California’s enforcement system, saying they think it’s important to have discretion when applying regulations because crops, growing seasons and pesticide use vary from county to county.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026
“Rather than exercising discretion, they’re going to exercise enforcement,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 23, 2026
However, the government said "there needs to be a safety net beyond this discretion".
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
Time for recess is dependent on state laws, district policies, and school discretion.
From Slate ● Sep. 5, 2026
Few rules constrain the exercise of his or her discretion.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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